This cardigan features beads in unexpected places for subtle shine, while a silk-blend yarn gives sheen and plump stitch definition to the ribbing and to a smocked stitch that crosses the yoke. Set-in sleeves and careful shaping add up to a refined, ladylike knit.

Finished Size: 37 (39 1⁄4, 43, 45, 49)“ bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 37”, modeled with 2–4” of ease.

Yarn: Universal Yarn Eden Silk (75% merino wool, 25% silk; 153 yd 140 m/1 3⁄4 oz 50 g): #25 dahlia, 8 (9, 10, 11, 13) skeins.

Notions: About 230 (250, 275, 310, 340) seed beads size 6˚ or size with holes large enough to fit yarn; 9 (9, 9, 10, 10) 1⁄2” buttons; tapestry needle; dental floss threader or beading needle for stringing beads.

Gauge: 30 sts and 30 rows = 4” in rib patt with ribbing relaxed; 24 sts and 28 rows = 4” in smock patt.